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James B. Luffman letters to Mary A. Luffman
Descriptive Summary | |
| Title: James B. Luffman letters to Mary A. Luffman | |
| Creator: Luffman, James B. | |
| Inclusive Dates: 1840-1847 | |
| Language(s): English | |
| Extent: 5 folder(s) | |
| Collection Number: ms1252 | |
| Repository: Hargrett Library | |
Collection Description
Historical Note
James B. Luffman, sailor and ship's captain, married Mary Ann Mather, in Wilmington, Delaware in 1842.
Scope and Content
The collection mainly consists of correspondence from James B. Luffman to Mary Ann Mather, 1840-1847. Luffman wrote from points along the gulf and eastern seaboards of the United States including St. Mary's and Savannah, Georgia; Charleston, South Carolina; and other southern ports. Correspondences discuss Luffman's voyages, travel, coastal events, shipping practices, and the areas he visits. The collection also contains a letters from Luffman to others concerning finances and ship business.
Organization and Arrangement
Arranged in chronological order.
Administrative Information
Preferred Citation
James B. Luffman letters to Mary A. Luffman, ms 1252. Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Finding Aid Publication
Finding aid prepared on: 2017.